Defence IT Systems Engineer – Cloud & Infra (SC)

Matchtech; England; Hybrid; GBP 78,192 - 111,365; Full time

Job summary

Matchtech is seeking an IT Systems Engineer to support a defence client on a contract basis in Reading, with hybrid working. The role focuses on sustaining enterprise infrastructure, cloud services, and platform technologies to deliver secure and reliable IT operations.

The ideal candidate will have strong experience with Windows and Linux, Azure, VMware, Kubernetes/OpenShift, networking basics, and IaC tooling, plus the ability to work with senior engineers to improve service availability.

Qualifications

• Experience in IT support, IT infrastructure, and administration.
• Proficiency with Windows Server and Linux environments.
• Knowledge of Azure cloud services.
• Familiarity with Kubernetes and OpenShift platforms.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
• Active SC clearance is required.

Responsibilities

• Support the administration and operation of cloud and on-premises infrastructure environments.
• Maintain Windows Server and Linux operating systems.
• Assist with the deployment, configuration, and support of Azure cloud services.
• Support virtualisation platforms and enterprise hosting environments.
• Assist in the administration of Kubernetes and OpenShift platforms.
• Monitor infrastructure performance, availability, and capacity.
• Support incident, problem, and service request management activities.
• Assist with backup, disaster recovery, and business continuity processes.
• Implement and support infrastructure changes in accordance with organisational standards.
• Contribute to automation and Infrastructure as Code initiatives.
• Maintain technical documentation and operational procedures.
• Work with senior engineers to resolve technical issues and improve service reliability.

Skills

Cloud services

Azure

Windows & Linux

VMware

Kubernetes

OpenShift

Networking basics

Infrastructure as Code

Scripting (PowerShell/Python)

Security fundamentals

Tools

Terraform

Ansible

PowerShell

Bash

Python

Grafana

Prometheus

Job description

Matchtech is seeking an IT Systems Engineer to support a defence client on a contract basis in Reading, with hybrid working. The role focuses on sustaining enterprise infrastructure, cloud services, and platform technologies to deliver secure and reliable IT operations.

The ideal candidate will have strong experience with Windows and Linux, Azure, VMware, Kubernetes/OpenShift, networking basics, and IaC tooling, plus the ability to work with senior engineers to improve service availability.